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1934 - 2012
Robert Lewis Petersen age 78 of Greenville died at home on Wednesday July 25, 2012. He was born in Greenville May 16, 1934 the son of Rasmus and Grace Benton Petersen. Bob was married to Sylvia Y. Cairns in Greenville on November 3, 1979. He was a tool and die maker working for Industrial Engineering, Clarke Automation and Federal Mogul. He enjoyed and collected model trains, antique collecting, traveling, hunting and fishing and loved barbequing with the grandchildren and family. He is survived by his wife of 32 years Sylvia and their children; Debbie (Rick) Gasper, Rick (Deb) Petersen, Brian (Bonnie) Petersen all of Greenville, Tami (Jim) Edlin of Belding, Scott (Kimberly) Petersen of Trufant, Robyn(Jack) Gleason of Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, Lisa (Brad) Willson of Parker, Colorado, Scott (Deb) Shute of Livonia and Deana (Cliff) Rosen of Charlotte NC, 16 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers; Arnold, Lester, Clifford, Harold and Donald Petersen and his sisters, Edith Johnson and Marian Laughin. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life service will be held at the Petersen Home on Sunday July 29, 2012 at 1 PM. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Lung Association.
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There are currently 10 condolences.
Ida Church
Sunday August 5, 2012 at
10:04 AM
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To the family of Bob , I am so sorry for your loss, Bob was Pretty special to me i always looked forword to his Visits at the store, he was very helpful when we didnt know what an item was that showed up at the store, and when he didnt know he would always say ( I Should Know I just cant remember)I for one will miss him, My Prayers are with your family
Ida
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Jean (Wayne) Johnson
Monday July 30, 2012 at
12:35 PM
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Sylvia and family - I was sorry to hear of Bob's death. I have many fond memories over the years of family get togethers. May God comfort you and yours. Love Jean
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Jeanie (laughlin) Leonard
Jeaniemleonard@yahoo.com
Sunday July 29, 2012 at
10:54 PM
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Heartfelt prayers for each of you. May God's love embrace your family!
Love,
Jeanie
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Jim Carter +Barb Teglas
Friday July 27, 2012 at
11:05 PM
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Sylvia and all Bob's family,l am so sad knowing that l will never see him again but very happy that l was able to call him my best friend for so many year's.Like you all l have many wonderful memories, and all my family that knew Bob do too.love to you all.
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(Aunt )Judy Reusser
Friday July 27, 2012 at
3:54 PM
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Jamie (and kids) I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandpa. Be happy in the fact that your kids will remember him always.
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Vicky Pylman
Friday July 27, 2012 at
12:08 PM
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My heart and prayers go out to each and everyone of you! No words can help with the pain I know you are feeling. Just remember all the great times you had and that he will live on in your hearts.
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Jim and Paula Brandt
Friday July 27, 2012 at
11:00 AM
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Sylvia, Scott and Kim and all the Petersen family, Bob is missed. To know Bob was to feel like being a part of his family. We among others always looked forward to seeing Bob and participating in the happy gatherings of the Petersen family. Hospitality was his name and welcoming all was his game. It does not surprise us that his wish in passing is to gather together and celebrate his life.
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Wayne Cowley
Friday July 27, 2012 at
10:30 AM
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Scott,
My deepest sympathy. I have been where you are and there are no words I can say to help. Please know if there is anything you need we will be here for you. You and your family are in our prayers. Wayne
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Laura Cowley & Dean Swarthout
Friday July 27, 2012 at
7:16 AM
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Seasons come and seasons go,
We live, we laugh and we lose the ones we know.
Through questioning tears we try so hard to understand,
The reasons behind His lifelong plan.
We dont have the answers and we will continue to wonder why,
Wonderful people that we love have to go and die.
With his gift of wings, he has flown,
There will be no understanding and the reasons will forever be unknown.
Find comfort in knowing that his soul has been released,
And pray that someday your heart will find peace.
Look up to the heavens as he soars far above,
And carry him with you, forever missed and loved.
Smile in your weakest moments knowing hes always there,
Even if you feel deep down that life truly isnt fair.
Remember him, his smiles and his laughter,
And share those dear memories forever after.
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Greg and Lori Willson
Friday July 27, 2012 at
1:26 AM
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Sylvia, Lisa, Brad and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Greg and I appreciated your hospitality so much during Lisa and Brad's wedding. Time has a way of passing so quickly, we've always planned on making another trip up there to see you guys.
Pleas know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you guys!
Greg and Lori
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